Washington Redskins OT Mike D. Williams is expected to miss the 2010 season because of blood clots near his heart, reports Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, according to two people familiar with the situation. Williams was hospitalized recently because the problem, team sources said. Although Williams has been released from the hospital, the organization is concerned that his condition could be career-threatening.

Washington Redskins OG Mike D. Williams is working as the team's starting right guard, reports Jason Reid, of The Washington Post. Williams said, "It took some time for me to get it, but it's just that simple. I know what it takes now. ... I really didn't workout before in the offseason. I was one of those guys. But I know what it takes now. I know what it takes to be at this level and to be the best player you can. Now, I spend all my day in the weight room. Why? Because I know what this job requires. It took me some time, but I get it."

Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan believes OG Mike D. Williams will play a more prominent role this season than he did in 2009. Shanahan said, "I think Mike has got a very high ceiling. The guard is his position, not the tackle position. When he did play guard, I thought he played it well, especially losing as much weight as he lost. If he can keep to this whole offseason at the same weight that he finished, and keep on improving, he'll help us."